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Are Smoothies Healthy?

From health gurus to fitness magazines, you’ve probably seen a vast and varied array of opinions surrounding the humble smoothie. Some nutritionists recommend them as an easy way to get more fruits and vegetables into your diet. Other experts condemn the fruit-filled drinks as a source of excess calories and sugar. Here’s a look at the pros and cons of smoothies — as well as some tips for helping you build a better beverage.

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Check Out These Bone-Chilling Horror Fiction Podcasts

The Halloween season is upon us once again, so there’s no better time to get into a scary-good new podcast. If you’re looking for tales that will keep you up nights or get you in the mood as you make a trip out to the local haunted house, these horror fiction podcasts are sure to send a chill down your spine.

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Steps for Addressing Workplace Injuries

When workplace injuries occur, there’s a lot for a business owner to manage. In addition to ensuring the injured employee’s wellbeing, you’re legally obligated to report workplace incidents to the government and manage any existing safety issues. Here’s a quick guide to addressing your workers’ injuries.

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Why You Need to Update Your Business Plan

Your company’s business plan is a living document that can act as a guiding light. In addition to helping you strive for concrete goals, a business plan can help employees and investors alike quickly understand what your company is all about. Despite the importance of a good business plan, it’s easy to neglect this document once you’ve gotten your enterprise up and running. Here’s a look at a few reasons to invest time into updating your business plan.

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How Much of Your Income Should Go to Housing Expenses?

It’s easy to fall in love with the grandeur of a home or the amenities and hip location of an apartment or condominium. So easy, in fact, it may blind you to its cost — a cost that may exceed your budget. Before you start searching for a home and falling in love with a dwelling, you should figure out how much you can afford to spend on a space.

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Introducing My Cards

More power. More peace of mind. All on our mobile app.

My Cards offers you a modern, connected card experience that helps put your digital banking to work for you, now all in one location in the First Bank of the Lake Mobile Banking app! 

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Broadway Musicals You Can Watch Online

Thanks to the raw energy, pageantry, and talent on display, there’s nothing like the thrill of a live Broadway performance. But if you can’t make it to the theatre, check out these smash hits available on your favorite streaming services.

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Is a Standing Desk Worth It?

If you’ve noticed more of your peers using standing desks, you may have had the thought that you might be missing out on the hot new thing. Standing desks have had a surge in popularity of late, but they’re no fad — they promote better habits, have tangible health benefits, and change the way you work for the better.

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Tips for Traveling Abroad

Being in a new country can be quite daunting. From not knowing the language to trying to find your way in a new area, the idea of traveling abroad might seem like too much to handle. Here are some tips to make your journey more manageable.

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